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A fine Victorian walnut, kingwood, mahogany and marquetry centre table manner of Holland & Sons, circa 1850
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- 70cm. high, 138cm. wide, 77cm. deep; 2ft. 7in., 4ft. 6in., 2ft. 6in.
with chased gilt-metal mounts, the inlaid top including an ewer, globe, books and floral spray within a trellis and foliate arabesque surround, the 'panelled' frieze with a drawer and conforming arabesques, the circular tapering legs inlaid with stripes, the pierced quatrefoil stretcher centred by an urn
Provenance
Through family descent to the current owner
Condition
In very good overall original condition. It is very slightly wobbly and the gilt-bronze has minor wear and surface dirt. There is a very slight craquelure effect to the veneers, especially the cross-banding. The gilt-bronze banding around one of the legs is now loose and needs refixing..A fine lot.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."